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Micro Seiki DD-40

Turntable Details

Drive

Direct

Motor

DC

Wow & Flutter %

0.028

Rumble [dB]

-62

Speed

33, 45

Dimensions [mm]

Platter Material

Platter Diameter [mm]

320.0

Total Weight [kg]

Tonearm

Year Built

11.50

S-shaped

Platter Weight [kg]

1.50

Plinth Material

Price

Additional information

Key Features


  • Drive System: Direct drive with an improved torque FG servo motor, providing advanced drive characteristics.

  • Motor: DC servo motor with an integrated tachogenerator for precise speed control.

  • Speeds: 33.33 and 45 rpm with a fine speed adjustment range of ±6%.

  • Platter: 32 cm die-cast aluminum platter weighing 1.5 kg.

  • Wow and Flutter: Less than 0.028%.

  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: More than 62 dB.

  • Tonearm: MA-505 dynamic balance type tonearm, known for its low tracking force and durable design.
    Effective Length: 237 mm.
    Overhang: 15 mm.
    Offset Angle: 21 degrees.
    Cartridge Weight Range: 4 to 10 g.

  • Dimensions: 466 x 142 x 342 mm (WHD).

  • Weight: Approximately 8.2 kg.

  • Power Supply: Operates at various voltages, including 100V and 120V, depending on the region.


Additional Details


  • The DD-40 is a vintage direct-drive turntable known for its robust build quality and precise speed control.

  • It features a solid base with a Palisander-Rose finished pressed-board and large shock absorbers to minimize acoustic feedback1.

  • The MA-505 tonearm is dynamically balanced, ensuring low tracking force and lasting quality without deterioration12.

  • The turntable is highly regarded for its sound quality and reliability, making it a sought-after model among audiophiles.

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